Gorgui Dieng

The Lakers (21-59) fell on Sunday night to the Dallas Mavericks (49-31). Here are five takeaways from the Lakers' 120-106 loss at Staples Center. 1) In the final game of his 10-day contract, point guard Dwight Buycks suffered a broken right hand. Through six games with the Lakers, Buycks averaged 8.4 points and 2.4 assists a game, shooting 48.3% from the field and 77.8% from three-point range. The Lakers also lost Wesley Johnson to a sprained ankle, making him doubtful for Monday night in Sacramento against the Kings -- and possibly done for the season. If the Lakers look to replace Buycks, it may be difficult for the team to get someone to Sacramento, prepped and...

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